Summary - 2 Orchard Lane, Pakenham IP31 2LQ
2 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Quiet rural plot with refurbishment potential and generous garden.
Detached single-storey bungalow on c.0.30 acre plot
Set back in a quiet rural lane between Pakenham and Thurston, this detached two-bedroom bungalow sits on a substantial plot approaching 0.30 of an acre, offering privacy, lawned gardens and open field views. The single-storey layout and garage with two storerooms make it practical for downsizers seeking a tranquil, low-traffic setting with space for vegetable beds or landscaping.
The house requires complete refurbishment throughout, presenting an opportunity to reconfigure or extend subject to consents. Several recent services reduce immediate major works: the boiler and heating system were renewed in 2020, the property was reportedly rewired in 2021 and loft insulation added in 2023. That said, the interior was affected by a flooding incident in December 2024; carpets were removed and industrial drying equipment used to dry walls and floors.
Buyers should note material constraints: drainage is via a septic tank that does not meet current regulations and will need upgrading or replacement. Broadband speeds are very slow and mobile signal only average, important for anyone who works from home. The sale is by probate, so completion timing depends on probate being granted.
This is a true refurbishment project for a purchaser prepared to invest time and budget. For the right buyer it offers immediate privacy, a generous plot and the chance to create a bespoke, single-level home in an attractive Suffolk setting close to local amenities and rail links at Thurston.
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